Monday, 28 April 2014

Ray Margerison, long time member of 361 (Gateshead) Squadron, passed away peacefully at 11.00pm on 23rd April following a battle with lung cancer.

Ray joined 361 Squadron as a cadet in 1949 and other than his years of
National Service served continuously with this unit for 65 years as cadet,
Civilian Instructor, Adult Warrant Officer and upon retirement from
uniformed service he continued as a Civilian Instructor
and Squadron Adjutant until bad health prevented him from regularly
attending the squadron earlier this year.

The funeral will take place at Saltwell Crematorium,
Saltwell Road South, Gateshead, NE9 6DT on Friday, 2nd May at 10.30am.

His daughter has stated that all that knew Ray are welcome to attend (in uniform if possible/applicable).